Category: Volkswagen

Volkswagen and Audi are currently embroiled in a class action lawsuit due to alleged defects in the suction jet pumps of certain vehicle models, which plaintiffs claim could lead to fuel leaks and potential fire hazards. This lawsuit follows several recalls involving similar issues, highlighting ongoing concerns about vehicle safety.

Background of the Class Action

The class action lawsuit was filed by five drivers who allege that Volkswagen and Audi sold vehicles with a dangerous defect without properly informing consumers. The vehicles in question include certain models of the Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, and Volkswagen Taos produced between 2015 and 2024.

The plaintiffs contend that the suction jet pump in these vehicles, designed to regulate fuel within the system, is faulty, potentially causing fuel leaks, odors, premature nozzle shutoff during refueling, and fuel spillback.

Specific Allegations and Vehicle Models Affected

The plaintiffs allege that the defective suction jet pump can cause significant safety risks, including fire hazards and impaired vehicle operation due to compromised fuel delivery.

The vehicles implicated in the lawsuit are:

– 2015-2020 Volkswagen Golf

– 2015-2020 Audi A3

– 2021-2024 Volkswagen Taos

These models are said to contain defects in the suction jet pump and fuel tank components, leading to the above-mentioned issues. According to the lawsuit, Volkswagen and Audi have known about these defects since at least 2015 but have failed to make this information public, actively concealing the issue instead.

Plaintiffs’ Experiences and Legal Claims

The class action details specific experiences of the plaintiffs, including instances of fuel odors and leakage that dealerships reportedly failed to repair adequately, even under warranty. For example, one plaintiff experienced recurring fuel spillage and was eventually advised by a dealership to cease driving the vehicle due to safety concerns.

The legal claims against Volkswagen and Audi include violations of consumer protection laws, fraud, and unjust enrichment. The plaintiffs are seeking class certification, damages, and a jury trial to address these grievances.

Current Status and Next Steps

The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, with a demand for both compensatory and punitive damages. As the legal process unfolds, affected owners and lessees of the specified models are encouraged to stay informed and consider their legal options.

Volkswagen and Audi have yet to respond publicly to the lawsuit’s claims as of the latest updates. Vehicle owners experiencing similar issues can contact the law firms representing the class to potentially join the lawsuit or obtain further information on their rights and options.

How VW-Audi Owners Can Take Back Control

While owners have opened class actions, many more continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, just like this – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

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Volkswagen recalled more than 271,000 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs due to a faulty sensor that could prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying in a crash.

History Behind The Recall

This recall affects Volkswagen Atlas SUVs from model years 2021 through 2024, and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs from model years 2020 through 2024. The malfunctioning sensor poses a serious safety risk by increasing the likelihood of injury to the front passenger in the event of an accident.

This recall follows a similar one issued in 2023 for earlier models of these SUVs. The problem lies in the passenger occupant detection system (PODS), which may fail due to a short circuit caused by the seat heater. When this sensor malfunctions, the vehicle’s system may incorrectly determine that the front passenger seat is unoccupied, preventing the airbag from deploying during a collision.

Drivers may be alerted to this issue by a warning light, an error message on the instrument panel, and an audible warning sound. Volkswagen advises owners to avoid using the front passenger seat until a dealership has resolved the issue.

Affected Models and Recall Details

The recall includes 2021 through 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs and 2020 through 2024 Atlas Cross Sport SUVs. The problem is rooted in the PODS, which can fail if a short circuit occurs in the seat heater. When this system malfunctions, it jeopardizes the effectiveness of the airbag system, which is critical for passenger safety.

What Volkswagen Atlas Owners Should Do

Volkswagen has instructed affected owners to refrain from using the front passenger seat until they have had the vehicle serviced. The automaker will replace the faulty PODS with an updated version at no cost to the owner. To get the repair, owners should contact their local Volkswagen dealership as soon as possible.

Next Steps and Contact Information

Volkswagen will notify owners of affected vehicles about the recall. Those with questions or concerns can contact Volkswagen’s customer service at 800-893-5298 for further assistance. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has assigned this recall the campaign number 24V464, while Volkswagen’s internal reference number for the issue is 69PZ.

This recall is a critical reminder of the importance of addressing vehicle safety recalls promptly. By taking immediate action, owners can ensure their vehicles remain safe to drive, protecting themselves and their passengers.

How VW Owners Can Take Back Control

While recalls have been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, just like this – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

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The German automaker is subject to recalls on their all-electric SUV after failing to display the rearview camera on the infotainment screen.

History of the Recall

A software glitch means that a host of Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have issues with rear-view camera footage being displayed on screen. This defective rear-view camera display could lead to an accident or injury if a driver fails to recognize the fault and reverses into an object, also affecting active safety systems.

The recall document then explains “If the rearview camera display is delayed or not displaying an image, there is an increased risk of crash or injury when the vehicle is backing up,”.

Owners are complaining of symptoms of flickering screens and sudden reboots of the center console screen. This also results in a reduction or loss of active safety systems whilst driving too, increasing the likelihood of a crash.

Which Models Are Affected?

Almost 80,000 Volkswagen ID.4 models are affected in the US and a further 8,000 in Canada, spanning from 2021-2023 model years. Any vehicle built between March 6, 2020, and Nov 2, 2023, is subject to the recall. After Nov 2, 2023, the ID.4 models have had significant software updates, as Volkswagen claims that the software before this failed to resolve “certain bug fixes and robustness improvements.”

So far, there have been 354 warranty claims of affected vehicles despite Volkswagen claiming that the glitch only affects 1% of the 88,004 vehicles.

What Owners Need to Do Next

Volkswagen has announced in the recall that a software update will be performed on affected vehicles. This will be provided free of charge, along with alleged promises of reimbursement to owners of the recalled vehicles.

Volkswagen explains in the recall document “The updated software will contain certain bug fixes and robustness improvements to prevent software resets and rearview camera/dashboard display issues,”.

Owners will be notified starting July 12, 2024, about a solution, which may involve taking the vehicle into a dealership for a free software upgrade to fix the issue.

The VW ID family has always had software and touchscreen glitches from the beginning and the company has been working tirelessly to fix the faults on an ad-hoc basis. This issue adds to the long line of faults that the new ID EV family has been subject to.

How Volkswagen Owners Can Take Back Control

While recalls have been announced, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further legal action – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

If you struggle with vehicle troubles and feel cornered against big vehicle brands, remember it is always better to have experts with you. With extensive experience and successful cases at hand, The Lemon Firm is your best bet. With the dedicated team members always at your disposal, the package becomes too good to be true. So, if your car is giving you a headache, don’t hesitate to reach out! 

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Volkswagen vehicles are at risk of premature wear on the brake pads on certain models and have updated warranty coverage for affected customers.

What Is The Risk of Brake Pad Wear?

Brake pads are an essential part of your car’s braking system. They are designed to squeeze against the brake rotors when you press the brake pedal and should slow your vehicle down in a controlled way. If the brake pad material is excessively worn, or if the brake pads were badly installed then it could affect braking ability and be unsafe to drive your vehicle.

What Volkswagen Has Claimed

A warranty letter was delivered to customers in 2023 stating that their rear brake pad warranty had been extended due to the possibility of premature wear. It affects certain 2020-2023 Model Year Jetta and 2022-2023 Model Year Taos vehicles, and the German automaker has claimed that the material may be excessively worn and/or a workmanship issue during installation.

Warranty Coverage Extension Information

Firstly, Volkswagen mentions that only the rear brake pads have extended warranty coverage. Previously the rear brake pads were only under warranty for a period of 1 year or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first), but now they have extended it to 2 years or 24,000 miles (whichever comes first) for the affected models.

Owners should keep their coverage extension letter and pass it on to any new owner if they sell the vehicle.

How Consumers Can Take Back Control

This latest announcement from Volkswagen affects a critical safety feature. Whilst warranty extensions have been announced for the affected vehicles, many owners continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further legal action, just like this – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

If you struggle with vehicle troubles and feel cornered against big vehicle brands, remember it is always better to have experts with you. With extensive experience and successful cases at hand, The Lemon Firm is your best bet. With the dedicated team members always at your disposal, the package becomes too good to be true. So, if your car is giving you a headache, don’t hesitate to reach out! 

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A Volkswagen Airbag Control Module recall has been ordered for more than 34,500 model year 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The recall concerns the airbag control module that oversees deploying the airbags. A defective capacitor is a device that sits in the module and powers the airbag – can cause inadvertent airbag deployments or cause the airbags to completely fail in crashes.

As per the report, A faulty capacitor in the airbag control module can cause the airbags to deactivate or in rare cases can lead to an increase in the risk of an injury due to the deployment or increase the risk of a crash without warning. 

The airbag control units were supplied by ZF-TRW, a company. VW says electrical overstress can occur and cause a deviation at the 5-volt power supply when the airbag control unit capacitor fails.

Affected Vehicles

• 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUVs
• 2016 Volkswagen (VW) Tiguan compact SUVs
• 2015 VW CC cars
• 2016 VW CC cars

VW Air Bag Airbag Control Module May Malfunction

NHTSA states that in the affected VW vehicles, the Airbag Control Module “may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in airbag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the airbags.” 

The repair

Volkswagen dealers will update the affected vehicles with new software that will monitor an increase in the Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR). If the software detects a problem within a 10-year extended warranty period, Volkswagen will replace the module for free. The update has been available since November 13, 2019.

Airbag Control Module Limited Warranty Extension

Volkswagen is extending warranty coverage for the Airbag Control Module in certain 2015-2016 model year Tiguan and CC vehicles for a time of 10 years, unlimited mileage from the vehicle’s original in-service date.

This warranty extension is fully transferable to subsequent owners. If the faulty capacitor issue be present within the time limit of the extended warranty, the VW dealership will replace the airbag control module at no cost to you. 

If you have previously paid for repairs relating to the faulty airbag control module, you can apply for the reimbursement. 

Have Questions? Talk With Us Now

If you are an automobile owner and have manufacturing issues, you can contact us regarding your involvement in this or any potential class-action lawsuit. Serious vehicle problems require serious legal representation, especially when you are bringing a claim against a major automaker. 

At the Lemon Firm, our experienced Attorneys have been able to successfully recover compensation for our clients who were sold a vehicle with manufacturer defects, and we can do the same for you. Call (833) Lemon-Firm to speak with a Lemon law expert today.

By Nicole Halavi

In January 2021, it was announced that automaker Volkswagen paid almost $35 billion for equipping diesel vehicles with illegal emissions defeat devices. Interestingly, this amount is negligible compared to what the automaker would face if even one of two court rulings stand.

An appeals court ruling granted two countries the right to seek an exorbitant damages award for updates made to diesel vehicles after they were sold. The suit was originally filed and dismissed in 2018. However, it was appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, which ruled against VW and its supplier, Robert Bosch.

The automaker is in a vulnerable position because the appeals court ruling will ultimately lead to lawsuits being filed in every country in the country, and the automaker says this “will severely compromise the EPA’s ability to regulate auto emissions.” The Ninth Circuit even admitted that the ruling may result in “staggering liability to Volkswagen.”

VW is also involved in a case currently before the Ohio Supreme Court. There, the automaker is facing claims that could potentially exceed $350 million per day or more than $127 billion per year for several years. The case was originally filed based on allegedly deceptive updates and recalls of 2009-2015 diesel vehicles that were illegally marketed and sold to 14,000 Ohio residents. In response, the automaker had argued that the state of Ohio cannot regulate automakers as that job belongs to the federal government. This case was also originally dismissed but has been revived by the Ohio Tenth District Court of Appeals.

What Can I Do if I’m Driving a VW Diesel?

If you are driving a VW diesel model that is exhibiting any of the issues discussed above concerning the emissions, California’s lemon laws are here to protect you and prevent any further complications. The attorneys at CCA are very knowledgeable about the issues associated with the emissions in VW diesel vehicles and will work with you to fight back against the automaker.

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By Nicole Halavi

Volkswagen has just issued a second recall concerning the Atlas steering knuckle, very shortly after the initial recall was issued in November 2020. The recall includes more than 10,300 SUVs at risk of losing control if the steering knuckles break.

Following the initial recall, VW discovered a certain batch of parts that may have been affected by the defective parts that caused the first recall. In October 2020, the supplier of the steering knuckles contacted VW about 2 parts that failed when the strut mounts were tightened. While an investigation revealed that the parts were built according to specification, engineers were unable to duplicate the failures.

The automaker investigated the consequences of driving with the steering knuckles and determined the faulty parts came from a batch called JD253. At this point, VW issued a relatively small recall of Atlas SUVs built with the JD253 steering knuckles.

Following this initial investigation, a subsequent investigation revealed an additional steering knuckle failure from a batch called JD254. This finding led the automaker to believe the faulty parts were mixed into 2 production batches.

As such, this second recall will include 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles and is expected to begin on March 26, 2021. The automaker has apparently agreed to replace either one or both steering knuckles.

What Can I Do if I’m Driving an Atlas with a Faulty Steering Knuckle(s)?

If you are driving a VW that is exhibiting any of the issues discussed above concerning the faulty steering knuckles, California’s lemon laws are here to protect you and prevent any further complications. The attorneys at CCA are very knowledgeable about the issues associated with faulty steering knuckles and will work with you to fight back against the automaker.

Please do not hesitate to call CCA today for a free consultation: (833) LEMON-FIRM. We’ll get you the compensation you deserve – and at no cost to you!